It's that time of the year again, when you can dust off your lederhosen and don your dirndls before guzzling a stein of Bavarian beer.

Oktoberfest 2016 is in full swing, and while the original event goes off in Munich, there's no need to feel like you're missing out.

Always one to take up a party, Manchester has plenty of Oktoberfest festivals for you to choose from - some feature limited edition beers, while others offer free food and drink.

Here's a round up of the best Oktoberfest events in Manchester.

Manchester Oktoberfest

Manchester Oktoberfest (Image: Manchester Oktoberfest Facebook)

What: Based in Albert Square, this is one of the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations in Manchester. With a capacity of 2,000, the atmosphere is always buzzing as merry drinkers sup their steins on the long communal benches.

The website also boasts an outfit section where you can order your lederhosen in advance, so no excuses for not dressing up.

When: 19 October - 23 October

Where: Albert Square

How much: General admission is £5-£10, but can go up into the hundreds depending on which package you fancy. Book online at manchester-oktoberfest.co.uk.

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Stocktoberfest

What: Stockport needn't miss out on the celebrations - Heaton Moor's acclaimed craft beer and wine bar Bottle are celebrating by putting on a party at the town's stunning Masonic Guildhall. The event will be packed with over 25 different German beers and a prize for the best fancy dress.

Oktoberfest 2016, Albert's Schloss

What: The party beer hall of Manchester, Albert's Schloss has managed to stock a special selection of limited edition beers for their Oktoberfest celebrations. Leading Bohemia brewers Spaten, Hacker Pschorr, Lowenbrau, Paulaner, and Hofbrau will be on tap, while raucous music and entertainment will be on stage.

When: 16 September - 9 October

Where: 27 Peter St, Manchester M2 5Q

How much: Free entry

Bierkeller’s Oktoberfest

Manchester Bierkeller (Image: Manchester Bierkeller Facebook)

What: They say Manchester is a city that thinks a table is for dancing on. That's practically compulsory in Bierkeller, the Bavarian beer hall, which is throwing a special two week long beer bash. The bar is also offering 2-4-1 steins (£6.85) until 8pm from Sunday to Thursday, and a live oompah band to get you in the Oktoberfest mood.